Books like Where the Wild Things Are
Award winning
We Became Jaguars
Dave Eggers, 2021
44 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity and adventure through imaginative storytelling.
Encourages emotional growth and empathy.
Strengthens parent-child bonding during shared reading.
Supports language development and vocabulary expansion.
We Became Jaguars
Dave Eggers, 2021
Award winning
The Lifters
Dave Eggers, 2018
352 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled, stimulates imagination and curiosity.
Highlights teamwork, courage, and resilience.
Addresses real-life issues through a fantastical lens.
Encourages empathy and understanding in young readers.
The Lifters
Dave Eggers, 2018
Award winning
Faraway Things
Dave Eggers, 2021
40 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of adventure and courageous explorations.
Encourages empathy and understanding through diverse characters.
Enhances curiosity and broadens world views.
Supports social and emotional development.
Faraway Things
Dave Eggers, 2021
Award winning
Her Right Foot
Dave Eggers, 2017
112 pages
Why to read
Explores Statue of Liberty’s symbolism and history.
Encourages curiosity about freedom and democracy.
Stimulating illustrations captivate young readers.
Ideal for discussions on history and liberty.
Her Right Foot
Dave Eggers, 2017
Award winning
What Can a Citizen Do?
Dave Eggers, 2018
46 pages
Why to read
Empowers kids to understand civic responsibility.
Illustrates teamwork and community building.
Engaging story encourages active participation.
Supports development of empathy and ethics.
What Can a Citizen Do?
Dave Eggers, 2018
Award winning
The Year We Learned to Fly
Jacqueline Woodson, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Inspires resilience and creativity in challenging situations.
Stresses the importance of family and togetherness.
Enhances mindfulness and emotional intelligence.
Celebrates cultural diversity and heritage.
The Year We Learned to Fly
Jacqueline Woodson, 2022
Award winning
Cat Kid Comic Club: On Purpose
Dav Pilkey, 2022
224 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity through engaging, colorful illustrations.
Encourages teamwork and collaboration among characters.
Supports development of reading and interpretative skills.
Reassures young readers to pursue their creative passions.
Cat Kid Comic Club: On Purpose
Dav Pilkey, 2022
Award winning
The Christmas Pig
J.K. Rowling, Jim Field, 2021
288 pages
Why to read
Captivating adventure sparks imagination and joy.
Teaches values of friendship, loyalty, and hope.
Encourages empathy and emotional understanding in children.
Ideal for family shared reading and discussion.
